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Traffic-Law.com is a site intended to assist individuals who have been involved in a vehicle accident. Every ten seconds there is a car accident in the U.S., and these accidents frequently leave drivers and passengers with serious injuries. Traffic Law.com is intended to provide up to date references, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) and resources for Traffic Law, including automobile accidents, motorcycle crashes, tractor trailer / truck wrecks, bicycle collisions, pedestrian accidents and highway construction accidents. The links and resources are provided as a public service for attorneys, lawyers and consumers.

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    Sacramento Nursing Home Negligence - Arnold Law Firm represents victims of nursing home injuries including negligence, abuse, and medical malpractice.

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    At the Arnold Law Firm, our clients come first. Our clients can be up against the insurance industry, large business, and government entities. We have a duty to protect the rights of victims and obtain justice. All members of the firm understand that foremost attention to high-quality client service will ensure the firm’s continued prosperity for all the firm members well into the future.

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    New York Medical Malpractice Attorneys - Belluck & Fox provides individualized legal expertise and representation for medical malpractice cases in the state of New York.

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    The attorneys of Belluck & Fox, LLP, Joseph W. Belluck and Jordan Fox, help injured people recover damages resulting from asbestos, unsafe products, mesothelioma, toxic chemicals, medical malpractice, construction accidents, and serious injuries. Please review our backgrounds and learn more about the results we have obtained on behalf of our clients.

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    Car Accident Lawyer / New Orleans, Louisiana / Truck Accident Attorney - The New Orleans car, truck and motorcycle accident attorneys at Braud & Gallagher can help with your vehicle accident case, call (800) 256-5674 for a free consultation.

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    At Braud & Gallagher, our mission is simple – to ensure the well being of our clients. We fight aggressively to obtain the maximum possible compensation for accident victims, either by settlement or at trial. How do we do it? By limiting our caseload to only the most serious accidents and sparing no expense to prove clients’ claims. By conducting mock trials to find out what jurors want to know before our cases go to trial. Personal attention is paramount – we even make house calls when necessary.

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    Bellingham Car Accident Lawyers - Brett Murphy -- Washington's Injury Lawyers have been helping auto accident and wrongful death victims across Washington State collect substantial settlements and verdicts for more than 39 years. We understand that as a car accident victim, you may be overwhelmed with emotional, physical and financial burdens. We know how difficult it is for you to defend your rights while going through the stressful recovery process after a major auto accident. Brett Murphy lawyers strive to return personal injury victims to the life they led prior to their car accident. While monetary compensation cannot change the past, our personal injury attorneys help accident victims worry less about the economic side of the future.

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    The personal injury lawyers at Brett Murphy -- Washington's Injury Lawyers help clients with major auto accident, personal injury, and wrongful death claims in Washington State from offices in Seattle, Tacoma, Spokane, Bellingham, Mount Vernon, and Vancouver. Our attorneys seek prompt and fair compensation for personal injuries and wrongful death caused by negligence. Our lawyers deal with insurance companies to recover our clients' losses from personal injury, car accident, and wrongful death claims. The attorneys at Brett Murphy have represented clients in numerous multimillion dollar personal injury and wrongful death claims since 1972. Brett Murphy personal injury lawyers consistently receive numerous awards including the highest rating for ability and ethics (AV) from the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory of over one million attorneys and law firms in 160 countries.

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    Raleigh Personal Injury Lawyers - Hardison & Cochran fights for the rights of those seriously injured by the negligence of others in North Carolina.

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    Hardison & Cochran was formed by Kenneth L. Hardison and Benjamin T. Cochran with the belief that a new type of law firm was needed in today’s day and age. Ken and Ben’s vision centers on providing outstanding results gained from an experienced team of professionals with personal attention to the client and uncompromising integrity.

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    Charleston Wrongful Death Attorneys - Our wrongful death accident attorneys are proud of our record of securing positive outcomes for our clients. While every case is different, and past results in no way guarantee that similar outcomes can be reached in future matters, past results obtained by a law firm show the depth of the firm’s experience when it comes to wrongful death cases. Our law firm has obtained numerous settlements in excess of $1 million for the family members of persons killed in automobile accidents due to someone else’s fault. For more details about the results obtained for previous Joye Law Firm clients, please click on the Results tab on our home page.

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    With the goal of helping people manage some of the most difficult periods in their lives, Charleston attorney Reese Joye founded Joye Law Firm in 1968. In the 40-plus years that have followed, our Accident Attorneys have worked tirelessly to do more than simply help our clients recover all of the compensation that they are entitled to. Using compassion, care and respect, we also help them put their lives back together after major upheavals caused by serious injuries.

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    Richmond Car Accident Attorneys - Marks & Harrison has experience and a record of success in representing people injured or killed in all types of vehicle accidents, including car, tractor trailer, train, and motorcycle crashes in Richmond and throughout VA.

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    See Also: http://www.truckaccidentlawyersvirginia.com, http://www.va-workerscomp-ssd.net

    Marks & Harrison was founded in 1911 by David A. Harrison, Jr. It has continued its practice uninterrupted since that time. For three generations our attorneys have represented the families of Virginia. The Firm currently has 17 attorneys and a staff of over 60. It limits its practice to representation of those injured in personal injury, workers' compensation and social security disability matters. Marks & Harrison has represented thousands of injured victims in all types of claims and has successfully tried or negotiated twelve cases of at least a million dollars and as high as ten million dollars.

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    Charlotte Automobile Crash Attorneys - Ted A. Greve & Associates, P.A. serves individual in NC who have suffered injuries in automobile crashes.

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    We are Ted A. Greve & Associates, P.A., an experienced group of accident injury attorneys with offices throughout North Carolina, including two offices in Charlotte as well as one office in South Carolina. Although we practice all types of plaintiff personal injury, the vast majority of our practice deals with automobile accidents and truck accidents.The practice of law is a service-oriented profession. It is our goal to put the client at ease right from the start. We strive to provide a professional and personable environment in which clients can feel comfortable and assured that their legal needs are being understood and addressed by experienced attorneys. Clients are treated with respect and courtesy, and their inquiries always receive a prompt response.

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    Chicago Medical Malpractice Attorneys - Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. fights for the rights of people injured by medical malpractice and negligence in Chicago and throughout Illinois.

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    Patrick A. Salvi established the law firm of Salvi, Schostok & Pritchard P.C. in Waukegan, Illinois in 1982. In founding Salvi Law, Mr. Salvi believed that victims of negligent conduct should have access to prompt answers and expert legal help. The firm remains committed to that guiding principle of client service.

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Traffic laws vary dramatically from state to state. For example, in North Carolina it is mandatory to have your driver’s license suspended if you are convicted of excessive speeding (20 mph over the posted speed limit). This is a strict law that not all states have, but if you live in NC, it is important to be aware of this law.  Other common traffic citations include:

  • Careless driving - a driver's failure to operate a vehicle with proper care based on the current road and weather conditions.
  • Child safety seats - drivers with small children in the car are required by law to make sure that the children are properly seated and restrained in child car seats. The type of seat used will depend on the child’s age and/or weight.
  • Driving while intoxicated (DUI) - a very serious offense that occurs when a driver’s BAC (Blood alcohol level) is above the legal limit set by the state.
  • Driving with a suspended license - a person is not permitted to drive a vehicle while his or her driver's license is suspended or revoked.
  • Driving while in possession of illegal drugs - a driver who knowingly has illegal drugs in the vehicle while driving.
  • Driving without insurance - a driver is not permitted to operate a motor vehicle without having the minimum amount of automobile liability insurance.
  • Failure to observe all traffic lights, signals or signs.
  • Failure to produce a license - a traffic offense a driver is requested to do so by an officer and refuses.
  • Not stopping at a "stop" sign.
  • Not slowing down to check for oncoming traffic when approaching a "yield" sign.
  • Failure to follow the arrow markings on a roadway or any special turn arrow signals.
  • Making a U-turn where there is a "No U-turn" sign posted.
  • Leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident.
  • Parking violations.
  • Failure to wear a safety belt - most states require the driver and front seat passenger to wear seat belts. Children are required to use car seats and no child under 12 years of age should be in the front seat regardless of their use of seat belt, due to air bags in newer vehicles.

Failure to obey a traffic law that results in an accident is also a punishable offense. You could be issued a traffic ticket or be charged with more serious violations if there is serious injury or death in the accident. Below is an example of the type of information must provide following an accident.

  • Name, address, phone number, driver license number, registration number, and insurance company name and policy number.
  • A driver must also help to get any medical assistance for the injured, if necessary, prior to leaving the accident scene.
  • A driver must call the police in most cases.
  • If you hit a parked car, you should try to find the owner. If you cannot, leave your name and address on the damaged vehicle.
  • If you hit a parked car, you should contact the police. You may be subject to penalties, which vary based on the severity of the accident and injuries caused.

If you are the victim of a traffic accident and you have been injured, or you are the family member of someone who has been killed in a collision, you have the right to collect damages for injuries, suffering and financial losses. A traffic accident lawyer can guide you through the process of dealing with insurance companies and make sure that the driver that has injured you is held responsible for your losses.

Do not settle with an insurance company if you have been in an automobile accident! While insurance is designed to cover some of the costs of auto collision, it cannot address all of the financial losses a car accident can cause. The insurance company may try to offer you a settlement of much less compensation than you deserve. They may even deny your claim. Insurance is a business whose goal is to minimize costs, not look out for your best interests. For more information, please see our Car Insurance page.

Consider hiring a car accident attorney who will understand your situation and has the knowledge and experience necessary to get you the compensation that you deserve.

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